Illinois Compiled Statutes 55 ILCS 5/3-4005 – Oath of office
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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 55 ILCS 5/3-4005
- Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
- oath: shall be deemed to include an affirmation, and the word "sworn" shall be construed to include the word "affirmed. See Illinois Compiled Statutes 5 ILCS 70/1.12
- Public defender: Represent defendants who can't afford an attorney in criminal matters.
The person appointed as Public Defender, before entering on the duties of his office, shall take and subscribe an oath of office in writing before one of the judges competent to appoint, which oath shall be filed in the office of the County Clerk.